Category Archives: Entertaining

About Last Night : The Warwick, NY Historical Society

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Ivy de Leon

Rain could not dampen the festive mood at the  Ketchum House, last night.  Michael Bertolini’s home was all a buzz with members of the Warwick, NY Historical Society and Friends of the Hathorn House –Warwick’s Militia Commander Gen. John Hathorn … Continue reading →

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Welcome March Madness with these garden inspired tablescape essentials

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Ivy de Leon

March arrived like a lion.  While the snow melts, I’m seeing green and feeling lucky. March Madness, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter have me excited to bring on the green tablescapes. Dutch tulips and boxwood topiary are favorites all year … Continue reading →

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Men Style: Tune Up Your Home

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Ivy de Leon

Have it together at work, but at home you just need a few more hands to organize your lifestyle.   That’s all right! New Year, New you! Right! Design a life you love. Each day is a fresh start! Make it … Continue reading →

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Three New Year Wants That Cost No Money

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Ivy de Leon

Happy New Year! The celebration continues at home as we enjoy a few more days with family.  Yes, I ate a few too many gingerbread cookies, but I have also been on a some gym workout dates with my husband, which … Continue reading →

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Five Tablescapes With March Madness Appeal

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

via via (via) via via While the guys are crazy for March madness basketball, I’m having fun with these 5 tablescapes that have March madness appeal.  Our dinner schedules at home have gotten crazy.  I’m looking forward to setting the … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year’s Eve 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Happy New Year’s eve!  Are you getting ready for the countdown?  If  you are looking for some last minute New Year’s eve celebration ideas,  find it here.  Call a friend of two and celebrate. For me it will be a quiet … Continue reading →

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5 Tips To Style Your Holiday Table

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!   Have you been following our design tips to style your holiday table?  Little details are not usually planned in advance, but with a little guidance let’s make this year a bit different.  It’s not too late to use … Continue reading →

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Design Bloggers Share Tips To Create Beautiful Holiday Table

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Just in time for the Holiday festivities, this week  I’m collaborating with 6 fabulous design bloggers to bring you designers’ insight that will help you create beautiful table settings.   Follow this 7 days series on Instagram #iCanHelpYouStyle.  Joining are: @homeandfabulous, @oscarbravohome  @splendorstyling  @monicabenavidez, … Continue reading →

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20 Tips and Tricks For A Harmonious Thanksgiving

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Our friends at Big Chill have just made it easier to get ready for Thanksgiving with a great info-graphic.  Don’t panic, you still have two full days before Thanksgiving arrives. After 20 years of hosting Thanksgiving dinner, I still find … Continue reading →

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5 Thanksgivings Dinner Settings To Love

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

 Country Estate Main House Dinner Plates Plymouth Turkey Dinnerware Collection lvharkness Wythe Collection – Ralph Lauren  Martha Stewart Different styles, but all gorgeous table settings for a Thanksgiving table setting to love. Start a collection or mix and match.  It’s … Continue reading →

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